Key Account Merchandising Supervisor

How2Apply Talent Network
Worcester, Western Cape
Temporary
Posted 2 hours ago
Temporary Marketing & Sales Code 8
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Job Description

Shelves sell the product, and at this hardware and paint supplier you'll keep them full, neat and priced right. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

This post is Worcester-based, with most of your time spent at a hardware and paint supplier.

What you'll actually do

  • Pack shelves, rotate stock and remove damaged or expired lines.
  • Run in-store tastings and demos on month-end weekends.
  • Handle returns and credit claims for damaged stock.
  • Check shelf prices against the promo list and fix wrong tickets.
  • Open new accounts with taverns, spazas and independent retailers.
  • Visit 8 to 15 outlets a day on a planned call cycle.

What you need

  • A valid Code 08 (Code B) driver's licence, for rep roles
  • You can work to daily and monthly volume targets
  • Matric
  • Good with people from store managers to tuck-shop owners
  • You know the townships, suburbs and main roads of your area

On offer

  • Product samples and staff pricing
  • Monthly commission on volume and new accounts
  • Company vehicle or car allowance plus petrol card
  • Branded uniform and safety boots

Applying, step by step

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Worcester really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your driver's licence, certified copy of your matric certificate plus a CV listing the areas and stores you have covered.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Worcester; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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How to stand out

  • Name the areas you know and the store types you have serviced (supermarket chains, independents, spazas) in your CV summary.
  • Bring numbers: cases sold per month, new outlets opened or growth percentages on your route.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeTemporary
LocationWorcester, Western Cape
CategoryMarketing & Sales
Experience2+ years
LicenseCode 8
Posted23 October 2026
Closing Date23 November 2026
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